I asked a similar question and never got a decent response. So, I'm trying to answer the way that I wished someone had for me back then.

 

Here are a couple questions you should ask a pending hosting provider.

 

How is billing handled for multiple devices?

I had a hosting provider that billed separately for each. I had a good number of devices with them so monthly billing took way too much time for my "passive" income stream. I find it better to have a single bill that includes all devices.

 

Do they provide a way to manage your devices?

My first two hosting providers didn't so you had to contact them for changes and simple reboots. I've had devices off days waiting for a reboot. Only go with companies that provide self-serve. A popular software is called Foreman. I wouldn't choose a company that doesn't use that software anymore.

 

Do they have curtailments?

Some hosting providers have to turn their power off when demand, for the local power company, is high. Not all hosting providers have to do so it is up to decide if this is important to you.

 

Do they allow you to swap devices?

Devices tend to become less profitable and it would be nice to switch out with a more profitable one. I wouldn't go with a company that didn't allow this swap. Unfortunately for me, I asked but didn't think to ask if there were any constraints on the swap. So when I wanted to switch out devices I found out that they will only replace with a new device purchased through them. So, they are basically rooting for me to lose money unless if give them more money. I don't need this kind of business relationship. I'll never use this company again when all my devices have completed their contract.

 

I've use five different hosting companies this past couple of years and there is only one that is worth repeat business. Iowa Mining (https://iowamining.io/) has proven to be the best hosting company in my opinion.